EH Kiteboarding

"I first met Eric when I went to Cabarete to learn kitesurfing in 2000. He had just launched his company and his flip tip boards were the rage. When I returned in 2002 to partner with the school Kitexcite, it was an exciting time for him. Eric and Peter Stiewe had just joined forces, their kites were taking off and they were being contacted by a number of brands for design work. To be honest, I was intimidated by Eric when I first met him. One quickly realizes where they stand with him - the guy does not mince his words and he is very direct ! Dig a little deeper and you will find a deeply devoted family man with a big heart. Confident, opinionated and sometimes obstinate, Eric's passion for kiteboarding and his love of Cabarete cannot be denied. When Eric wants to do or learn something, he does so with 100% commitment. He isn't exactly getting rich material-wise. In fact, he calls his company his "hobby." But the opportunities he has provided the local kids and getting respect for his designs has made him wealthy beyond his dreams in spirit."